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Crispy Buffalo Chicken Nachos

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A quick and easy snack featuring crispy buffalo chicken layered over tortilla chips with melty cheese and bold flavors, perfect for game days or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast or thighs, shredded or chopped
  • 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot original)
  • 6 cups sturdy tortilla chips
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or a blend with Monterey Jack)
  • 1/2 cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing, for drizzling
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with melted butter, buffalo sauce, garlic powder, and smoked paprika. Toss thoroughly to coat every piece.
  3. Spread half of the tortilla chips in an even layer on a baking sheet or oven-safe skillet.
  4. Scatter half the buffalo chicken evenly over the chips.
  5. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken and chips.
  6. Repeat the layers with the remaining chips, chicken, and cheese.
  7. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and chicken edges are crispy. Optionally, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  8. Remove from oven and scatter blue cheese crumbles and sliced green onions on top.
  9. Drizzle ranch dressing over everything.
  10. Serve immediately while hot and crunchy.

Notes

Use cooked chicken that is dry to avoid soggy chips. Toss chicken in melted butter before buffalo sauce to help crisp it in the oven. Layer chips thinly to prevent sogginess. Watch oven time closely to avoid burning. For extra crispiness, sear chicken in a hot skillet before tossing with sauce. Can swap buffalo sauce for milder wing sauce or use dairy-free cheese and ranch for vegan option. Leftovers can be reheated in oven at 350°F for 8-10 minutes to restore crispiness.

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